The Premier League cannot fast-track the process of a decision on Everton's financial fair play situation after it was confirmed that five clubs were all ready to pursue significant compensation if the Toffees survive relegation.
The Toffees were charged by the Premier League with an alleged breach of financial fair play rules in March. They have recorded huge losses of £372m over the past three years, in excess of the £105m limit that clubs can spend.
Everton, who have not been found guilty of breaking any rules, have denied any wrongdoing and strongly "contest" the charges that have been put against them. That isn't the only punishment they could face, with Leicester, Leeds, Nottingham Forest, Southampton and Burnley all eager to pursue financial compensation.
